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The DEA Celebrates 50 Years: A Look into Our Collectionย 

The DEA Celebrates 50 Years: A Look into Our Collectionย 

On July 1, 1973, President Richard Nixon declared โ€œan all-out global war on the drug ...
The National Law Enforcement Museum Recognizes Pride Month!

The National Law Enforcement Museum Recognizes Pride Month!

(Two Officers from the DC Metropolitan Police Department during the Capital Pride Parade, Oxley Photography ...
President of Out to Protect Says Environment Improving for LGBT Police Officers

President of Out to Protect Says Environment Improving for LGBT Police Officers

Greg Miraglia, President and CEO of Out to Protect, says the current state of affairs ...
In Honor of Pride Month, Museum Honors First Transgender DC Police Officer

In Honor of Pride Month, Museum Honors First Transgender DC Police Officer

Bonnie Nora Davenport Oโ€™Neal broke ground as the first transgender Washington, DC, police officer. Born ...

Honoring The Story

The National Law Enforcement Museum is dedicated to telling the story of American law enforcement by providing visitors a โ€œwalk in the shoesโ€ experience. The Museum is working to expand and enrich the relationship shared by law enforcement and the community through educational journeys, immersive exhibitions, and insightful programs.

Triple Your Impact

Clint Eastwood, Honorary Board Chair of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, believes that it is important to support law enforcement year-round. He will match your new monthly donation for your first 3 months. Your gift will be matched 3 times!